A humorous and captivating dance performance telling the story of Jocelyn Ballerina, a little dog who dreams of dancing on stage in New York. After being rejected from a dance troupe, she meets a team of dogs playing soccer in the sewers, leading to an unexpected journey of fulfilling her dreams. The show is a collaboration between author Yanetz Levi and choreographer Inbal Oshman.
What is the connection between dance, football, cockroaches, and the realization of dreams? Want to find out? Join Jocelyn Ballerina and the team of cockroach football players in a funny, captivating, and surprising dance performance—a unique collaboration between author Yanetz Levi ("The Adventures of David Aryeh," "When Grandpa Elijah Was Little") and choreographer Einav Oshman.
Jocelyn Ballerina is an exceptional dancer. She dreams of dancing on stage with the most famous ballet company in New York. But there’s a problem: Jocelyn is a cockroach, so she isn’t accepted into the troupe. Disappointed, Jocelyn returns home. There, in the sewer, an unexpected encounter with the struggling cockroach football team is about to change her life.
"Jocelyn Ballerina and the Football Dancers' Dream Show" is a humorous dance play about the unexpected path through which dreams come true.
About the Creators:
Yanetz Levi is one of Israel's most beloved children's authors. Among his books are the series "The Adventures of David Aryeh" and "When Grandpa Elijah Was Little," "Teacher Dorotah Is Not a Monster," "Princess Avigail and the Emotion Factory," and more. His books have won awards and been translated into over 10 languages. Levi is also a stage artist, screenwriter, and playwright.
Einav Oshman is a choreographer and dancer, winner of the Minister of Culture Prize for 2018. She creates dance for the stage, cinema, and public space. Her works have premiered at leading festivals and cultural centers in Israel and abroad, earning critical acclaim and audience affection.
Show Details:
This event is held with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Sport.